You’ll find that every book on our website has its own page with an Additional Information section that lists the book’s Condition Category.

The Condition Categories are as follows:

New

• A brand new, unused, unread copy in perfect condition.

Like New

• An unread copy in perfect condition. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Very Good

• A book that has been read but remains in excellent condition. 
• It may have writing on the inside cover such as an inscription from the previous owner 
• A minimal amount of creasing to the spine
• Minimal note taking/highlighting
• Minimal discolouration of the pages
• Dust jacket present

Good

• A book that has been read but remains in clean condition. 
• The spine may show signs of wear. 
• Pages can include notes and highlighting.
• Dust jacket may be scuffed or torn,
• Mild creasing of cover
• Slightly loose bindings
• Mild browning
• Could have highlighting or note-taking through more than 15 pages.
• This book may come with library stamps within the first few pages. The cover may come with a plastic sleeve around it. There is also the possibility of library stickers on the cover or within.

Well-Read

• A readable copy. 
• Pages can include considerable notes-in pen or highlighter.
• The spine could be warped with cracking and scuffing
• The cover may be discoloured and creasing
• Could be without endpapers or title page
• Could have some water damage
• Cover slightly torn
• This book may come with library stamps within the first few pages. The cover may come with a plastic sleeve around it. There is also the possibility of library stickers on the cover or within.